Drug Card 2 Humalog - Nursing Drug Cards PDF

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PHARM-4-FUN

EST. TIME: 30 MIN (PER MEDICATION)

This activity provides you with the opportunity to create pertinent patient education on the pharmacological agents associated with the vSim activity. You will utilize this worksheet for each drug listed under the pharmacology are of the suggested reading section. STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES At the end of this activity, student will be able to: 1. 2.

Explain purpose for taking the identified pharmacological agents. Discuss pertinent patient education related to all the listed pharmacological agent.

ASSIGNMENT 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Log into thePoint and launch the assigned vSim, following all instructions posted on your learning management system (LMS). Review the information contained in the patient information. Review the smart sense links associated with the Pharmacological agents found in the suggested reading area. Use the smart sense link to complete the following “patient education” worksheet for each pharmacological agent listed in the Pharmacology are of the suggested reading section. Submit for review.

PATIENT EDUCATION WORKSHEET NAME OF MEDICATION, CLASSIFICATION, AND INCLUDE PROTOTYPE MEDICATION:

CLASSIFICATION:

PROTOTYPE:

Insulin lispro

antidiabetics, hormones, pancreatics

Humalog Rapid acting insulin

SAFE DOSE OR DOSE RANGE, SAFE ROUTE Dose depends on blood glucose, response, and many other factors. Subcutaneous (Adults and Children): Initial dose range– 0.2– 0.6 units/kg/day. Usual maintenance range– 0.5– 1.2 units/kg/day. Adolescents during rapid growth— 1.5 units/kg/day. PURPOSE FOR TAKING THIS MEDICATION Control of hyperglycemia in patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus. Side Effects: Hypoglycemia, lipodystrophy, pruritis, erythema, swelling, anaphylaxis. Pharmacokinetics: Onset: within 15 minutes Peak: 1-2 hours Duration: 3-4 hours PATIENT EDUCATION WHILE TAKING THIS MEDICATION -Proper technique for administration. Type of insulin, equipment (syringe, cartridge pens, external pumps, alcohol swabs), storage, and place to discard syringes. -Selection and rotation of injection sites, and compliance with therapeutic regimen. -Technique for mixing insulins by drawing up insulin lispro first and rolling intermediate-acting insulin vial between palms to mix, do not shake. -This medication controls hyperglycemia but does not cure diabetes. Therapy is long term. -Proper testing of serum glucose and ketones. Tests should be closely monitored during periods of stress or illness and health care professional notified of significant changes. -Emphasize the importance of compliance with nutritional guidelines and regular exercise as directed by health care professional. -Notify health care professional of all Rx or OTC medications, vitamins, or herbal products being taken and to consult with health care professional before taking other medications or alcohol. -Advise patient to notify health care professional of medication regimen prior to treatment or surgery. -Advise patient to notify health care professional if nausea, vomiting, or fever develops, if unable to eat regular diet, or if blood glucose levels are not controlled. -Signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia and what to do if they occur. -Notify health care professional if pregnancy is planned or suspected or if breast feeding. -Carry a source of sugar (candy, glucose gel) and identification describing their disease and treatment regimen at all times. -Regular follow-up appointments are important, especially during first few weeks of therapy....